docs/implementation_plan.md

Finalizing App for Farmer Distribution

This plan outlines the steps to move from a development environment to a "real-time" app that can be installed on farmers' phones.

User Review Required

To share the app with farmers, we will generate an APK file. This file can be shared via WhatsApp or Bluetooth and installed directly on any Android phone.

Proposed Changes

[Component Name] Backend Deployment

Ensure the AI backend is live on Hugging Face Spaces.

[MODIFY] aiService.js

• Verify the BACKEND_API_URL is pointing to the final production URL.

[Component Name] Frontend Build

Generate the distribution-ready APK.

[ACTION] Build Command

Run the following command in your terminal to create the APK:

npx eas build -p android --profile preview

Verification Plan

Manual Verification

1. Build Success: Monitor the EAS build progress and download the resulting .apk file.
2. Installation: Install the APK on a physical Android device.
3. Real-time Scan: Test the scan feature while connected to mobile data to ensure it reaches the Hugging Face backend.